Comments: Dr. Dunning truly loves rats. The main reason she became a vet was she saw a need for small animal care. All of the vets have rescued rats and take in stray animals. They are mid to very expensive but the peace of mind I get when I bring in one of my boys more than makes up for it. She (and the other vets there) are highly knowledgeable in the care and treatment of rats and other small animals. They phone for follow-ups. I highly recommend this vet.

City/State (or Province): Walnut Creek, CAVet's Name: Wendi AengusClinic/Hospital Name: Valley Veterinary Hospital Address: 1780 Ygnacio Valley Rd. Walnut Creek, CA94598 Phone Number: 1-925-932-2420Comments:Wendi was very nice and knowledgeable about rats. She knew all of the good rat beddings, and the pros and cons of using them, she also put lots of flavoring in the baytril she perscribed, so I didn't have to mix it with anything. She marked the syringe too, so I knew exactly how much to give them. She's pretty expensive ($55), but the appointment was only for Rosemary, she checked Sugar out and perscribed her baytril for free. She likes the rats, too. All of the receptionists were polite about them. She also explained myco to my dad.

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Rosemary & Sugar: 2002-12/17/05My dearest friend/if you don't mind/I'd like to join you by your side/where we can gaze into the stars/and sit together/now and forever/for it is plain as anyone can see/we're simply meant to be.-Finale, The Nightmare Before Christmas

City/State (or Province): Poquoson, VA (near Newport News)Vet's Name: Dr Heather PriceClinic/Hospital Name: Poquoson Veterinary HospitalAddress: 483 Wythe Creek RdPhone Number: 757-868-8532Web Site: (if applicable) http://www.poquosonvet.comComments: It's taken me a while to find a rat-knowledgeable vet near Williamsburg, so I was very pleased with Dr Price today! Although she sees birds more than rodents, she knew enough about rats' respiratory problems, etc to please me. And a great "bedside manner" with a very shy rat!

Dr. Goode is as wonderful a person as she is a veterinarian. It is evident in everything she does that she truly cares about your ratties. She loves ratties and treats them like gold. She goes above and beyond her duties as a vet to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your ratties. I have never been to a better clinic, honest! Dr. Goode (and the entire clinic) are absolutely great and I highly recommend them. If you're even remotely near the Marlton, NJ area, it is definitely worth the trip for the high quality care you will receive from Dr. Janice Goode.

Comments:Been going to Dr. Hickman since 2000. Dr. Hickman is the best with rats, he's always kissing my rats after giving shots and most recently he kissed my moon on her head after he put her to sleep.? He knows a lot about rats and his prices are very reasonable.? He's done all our tumor removals. I don't know what I would do without him.? Let me know if you need more information about him.

Dr. Billeter is WONDERFUL. He is not only a great vet, but a great person. When it comes to rats, he's still learning, but has performed several tumor removals on my kids, and one spay and one neuter. All have gone without incident and all have recovered wonderfully. He has also treated several of my rats for respiratory illnesses. He is willing to listen to your suggestions without demanding that he knows best, and if a question comes up that he does not know the answer to, he will find the answer for you. He is also extremely affordable (my most expensive surgery, the spay, was under $100), and willing to negotiate payment plans.

Dr. Vanneval is an excellent exotic vet. She is kept up to date on all scientific matters on small animals. She routinely attends seminars and conferences on small animals. She also receives all related journals on small animal care. She confers on a regular basis with her peers and top exotic vets.

We used North Hills for over two years. One of our biggest regrets about moving was losing access to Dr. Baeyens. Truthfully, it is only about a three hour drive, and I will probably take any of my rats that need non-emergency surgery back to Dr. Baeyens. Also, at the same clinic, I have seen Dr. Hawley (Holley, Holly? Not sure on spelling). Very nice lady, just out of vet school. She doesn't have the experience of Dr. Baeyens, but she does employ some unusual methods (one of which saved the life of our boy Lucky). Both are willing to listen to any questions, concerns, or treatments you may want to discuss. I believe an average office visit was about $35.

City/State (or Province): Highland, MIVet's Name: Dr. GroehnClinic/Hospital Name: Highland Veterinary HospitalAddress: 1255 S. Milford Rd.Phone Number: (248) 887-3755Web Site: (if applicable) N/AE-mail: (if applicable) N/AComments: Dr. Groehn has seen my animals for going on two years. When our other vet retired, I searched high and low for a new vet. After I found it was time to get a new rattie, she backed me 100% and gave my new rats the respect they deserved. She performs spays/neuters on all of my kids. She's very gentle and we've talked about her colony of ratties and mices while she was growing up. Exam costs are between $25-35, depending on time.

City/State: Dearborn Heights, MIVet's Name: Dr. Jennifer HynesClinic/Hospital Name: VetSelectAddress: 25049 Warren Rd. / Dearborn Heights, MI 48127Phone Number: (313) 278-0860Web Site: www.vetselect.comE-mail: ---Comments: Dr. Hynes is an extremely good, and reasonably-priced rat vet. A general check up is $46, and if you bring in multiple rats, she will still only charge you for one check up (last time I brought in all six and it was $46). The staff just loves rats, and they will come in everytime I bring the boys for a check up, and hold and cuddle them while I'm waiting for the doctor to come in. Dr. Hynes is very gentle with rats, and knows how to work with them.

City/State (or Province): Gaithersburg, MDVet's Name: Dr. Lisa CarrClinic/Hospital Name: Kentlands Veterinary HospitalAddress: 117 Booth StreetPhone Number: 301-519-7944Web Site: (if applicable) http://www.kentlandsvet.com/Comments: I only recently began visiting Dr. Carr, but feel comfortable recommending her because of my experience on my first two visits, and because she was formerly affiliated with Eastern Exotics, an excellent exotic-only practice that was unfortunately a long rush-hour drive away from me.

Dr. Carr is truly fascinated by "exotics," and very willing to listen to clients' questions and suggestions. She researches every treatment carefully before recommending it, and really takes her time with the rats. At about $45 for a long visit not cheap, but very reasonable by the standards of the area.

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City/State: Grand Rapids MNVet's Name: John HoweClinic's Name: North Country VetAddress: Hwy 169 EPhone Number: 218-362-9668Website: www.northcountryvet@thatpetplace.comComments: Specialize in small animals. Dr. Howe personally loves rats and learns all he can. Did surgeries on a couple of mine and did a damn good job! Speaks in easy to understand language too. Everyone at this clinic is friendly and caring. Highly recommended!!

I've known this guy my entire life (my friend's dad) and he's definitely the best vet I've been to even since I've moved. He's actually the surgeon/owner but the other staff is really great. Since I know him personally I've given lots of feedback about the other staff. He actually co-authored a book about birds and I know he'll see certain animals which aren't California-friendly.

I'd also like to recommend the emergency clinic:

Dr. DanaPet Emergency

901 Francisco Blvd ESan Rafael, CA 94901Main Phone: 415-456-7372

They are open nights and weekends and they've euthanized 3-4 of my rats. They sent me a card for each one, including Starsha, who I brought for disposal after she died in her sleep. I was allowed to be there for all of their euthanasias as well. Dr Dana and the staff are all super nice and understanding.

Coments. Dr Cook is the most compassionate vet I have ever been to, both as a person and a vet. I have had two rats in for surgery, a tumor removal and a tooth removal. Both times she was very caring, and actually held my babies in her arms until they woke up. She wanted to make sure they were ok before putting them in their cage.

She had always been available whenever I have needed her and actually enjoys seeing my ratties. The rates are reasonable as well. Bobo's tumor removal was around $200.00

I have only had my boys in for a check up, but he was very gentle, even with the wiggly ones, and was very patient with them. He appears very knowledgeable, and has had rats in the past. He also seems open to new information.

They (him and the rest of the staff) also do "adoptions" for animals that other people just say to "put down" because they can't afford to care for them medicaly, or just don't want the hassle of the pet any more.

Comments: She is the best vet I've ever come across. She loves the rats very much (even though she gets peed and pooped on everytime), is gentle with them and is willing to learn and listen to anything you suggest without an "I know what I'm talking about, you don't" attitude. She's familiar with respirtory infections, and has done spays and neuters. She's saved my rat's lives on many occasions and I cannot reccommend her enough to anyone in the area looking for a wonderful rat vet.

City/State (or Province): Chandler, ArizonaVet's Name: Dr. LanghoferClinic/Hospital Name: First Regional Animal HospitalAddress: 1233 W. Warner Road 85224Phone Number: 480-732-0018Web Site: (if applicable) www.firstregionalvet.comComments:I have only been to him a few times but I absolutely adore him. The first time was a general checkup and need for some drugs for about 12 ratties. He gave us a total break on the cost of the checkup, I think essentially only charging us for two rats and then the drugs were reasonably priced. Whereas before him I had gone to another rat vet who charged me more for a cursory checkup and drugs for one rat!! Here I had twelve. He did a thorough exam and also said since I can recognize when they have a respiratory problem, I did not need to come back and pay an exam fee if that was just the problem. I could just call in for a prescription. Another time my rat was very sick and my mom took her in, even though they had no open spots, they said they would fit her in. Right when she came in he saw she was sick and took action, and also started to ask if we keep her in the cage she was in (it was galvanized metal), we dont' though, it was just a rarely used travel cage. I like that he knew enough that rats shouldn't be in cages like that.

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I was lucky enough to have been part of Willie's life and I am eternally grateful for the 2.5 years she gave me.

City/State (or Province): Frisco, TXvet's name: George E Martin Jr.Clinic/Hospital Name: Plantation Pet Health CenterAddress: 12560 Lebanon RdPhone :Number: 972-731-0001Web Site: http://www.plantationpethealthcenter.com/Comments: After trying 5 times to get a good rat vet I finally found this amazing man. He is very friendly and knew a lot about rats. He even did an exam on all 11 of my girls at the same time. An exam is $32 and he did my girls for a bulk charge of $100 plus discounts on their meds. He will also set up payment plans if there is no way you can afford it.

I have only had my boys in for a check up, but he was very gentle, even with the wiggly ones, and was very patient with them. He appears very knowledgeable, and has had rats in the past. He also seems open to new information.

They (him and the rest of the staff) also do "adoptions" for animals that other people just say to "put down" because they can't afford to care for them medicaly, or just don't want the hassle of the pet any more.

This is the vet that told me to put my boys on Pine! Yes he is very good vet, but I lost faith in him when he said that to me. I am trying to find a new vet.

He is a really nice guy who is always in good humor. I love how well he deals with my pets, especially rats. Some vets I've want to charge me a fortune for everything. As an example, I have a lot of rats, and when our furnace quit working the stress caused a couple rats to start sneezing occasionally, Dr. Cambell treated ALL four of them for just over 100 dollars. Out of curiosity I called another clinic, they said 40 dollars each for the applointment, 50+ dollars each for antibiotics etc, at that rate I would have been bankrupt!!! This guy is so reasonable with his prices and my rats, dogs and guenea pig have all loved him. If you have an emergency this guy EVEN wears a pager and he gets right back to you, even on his day off. Dr. Cambell and his wife keep guenea pigs at home so he really does love the small critters a lot. I told him I was going to put him on here so if you go to him remind him and tell him I haven't accidently taken Dukes medicine yet (he was teasing me the last time we were in)